UK alternative festival Bearded Theory has unveiled the first wave of acts for its 18th edition, taking place over the bank holiday weekend from 26th–30th May, 2027 at Catton Park, Derbyshire.
Leading the 2027 line-up are legendary East Coast hip-hop pioneers Public Enemy alongside Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls, who will deliver an exclusive UK festival headline performance.
The announcement features a diverse slate of indie, punk, alt-country, and electronic acts, including Super Furry Animals, Hot Chip, The Interrupters, Westside Cowboy, Bob Vylan, Black Flag, Lime Garden, Man/Woman/Chainsaw, Cowboy Hunters, ALT BLK ERA, Anna Erhard, The Lovely Eggs, Dream Wife, Goldie, TTSSFU, Tooth, and a DJ set from BBC Radio 6 Music’s Chris Hawkins.
Spanning eight distinct stages, including the main Pallet and Meadow stages, the secluded Woodland glade, electronic hubs Big Ed and CODA, and the arts-focused Knockerdown, the festival also brings back its EARTH wellness area and acclaimed Festival School, which offers a free, full-curriculum educational experience for attendees aged pre-school through Year 10.
Tickets for Bearded Theory 2027 are available now, with monthly payment instalment options extending through May 2027.
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